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Interior paint has no fixed repainting age in the manufacturer guidance cited here. Benjamin Moore names “surface type, product and sheen choice” among the factors affecting longevity, alongside wear and application technique. That guidance concerns the painted finish; the curing and washing intervals below describe care after painting, rather than years of service.
Source: Benjamin Moore paint FAQ, read 2 November 2026. Updated 2026-10-27
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How long it lasts, by source
| Type | Measure | Figure | Area | Data years | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regal Select Interior: full cure | Typical full cure for Regal Select Interior in manufacturer FAQ; not a service-life estimate. | 14 days | US | undated owner-care FAQ | Benjamin Moore paint FAQ, read 2026-11-02, n not published by the source. |
| Regal Select Interior: touch dry | Typical touch-dry time for Regal Select Interior; not full cure. | 1 hour | US | undated owner-care FAQ | Benjamin Moore paint FAQ, read 2026-11-02, n not published by the source. |
| Freshly painted wall: washing wait | Manufacturer minimum waiting period before washing fresh paint. | 2 weeks | US | undated owner-care FAQ | Sherwin-Williams maintenance FAQ, read 2026-11-02, n not published by the source. |
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How long does interior paint take to cure?
Benjamin Moore gives a typical full cure of 14 days for Regal Select Interior, compared with a touch-dry time of 1 hour. The FAQ defines curing as reaching maximum hardness. These are product-specific timing examples, so the maker directs readers to the individual product data sheet for drying times.
Source: Benjamin Moore paint FAQ, read 2 November 2026.
How do I wash my freshly painted wall?
Sherwin-Williams says to wait “at least two weeks” before washing fresh paint to preserve washability and durability. Its care FAQ also cautions that abrasive or harsh chemical cleaners can damage the film. This is a minimum waiting period before washing, rather than an instruction to repaint on a calendar.
Source: Sherwin-Williams maintenance FAQ, read 2 November 2026.
What can I use to clean a painted surface?
Sherwin-Williams calls for a nonabrasive cleaner. For waterborne paint, its FAQ advises avoiding ammonia-containing products and says “mild, soapy water” generally suffices. The manufacturer also recommends trying the solution in a hidden area first to see whether it harms the coating.
Source: Sherwin-Williams maintenance FAQ, read 2 November 2026.
Can a touch-up cover a repaired wall?
Sherwin-Williams specifies a primer-sealer for a surface that has been patched. Its next scope distinction is “If repaired areas are noticeable”: painting the whole wall may be preferred. Those are the manufacturer’s conditions for a patch or broader repaint, rather than a verdict based on the age of the paint.
Source: Sherwin-Williams maintenance FAQ, read 2 November 2026.
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Sources for the figures on this page
- Benjamin Moore, Paint FAQ, read 2 November 2026. Manufacturer copyright; brief attributed excerpts.
- Sherwin-Williams, Maintenance & Repair FAQs, read 2 November 2026. Manufacturer copyright; brief attributed excerpts.